Nikon Z DX 12-28mm F3.5-5.6 PZ VR vs Nikon AF-S 28mm F1.8 G
This is a full comparison between the lenses Nikon Z DX 12-28mm F3.5-5.6 PZ VR and Nikon AF-S 28mm F1.8 G.
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Product |
Nikon Z DX 12-28mm F3.5-5.6 PZ VR |
Nikon AF-S 28mm F1.8 G |
Name | Nikon Z DX 12-28mm F3.5-5.6 PZ VR | Nikon AF-S 28mm F1.8 G |
Also known as | Nikon Nikkor Z DX 12-28mm F3.5-5.6 PZ VR | Nikon Nikkor AF-S 28mm F1.8 G |
Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
SKU | ||
Release Date and Price |
Nikon Z DX 12-28mm F3.5-5.6 PZ VR |
Nikon AF-S 28mm F1.8 G |
Release Year | 2023 | 2012 |
Release Date | 2023-04-18 | |
MSRP | N/A | 699 USD |
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Lens Type |
Nikon Z DX 12-28mm F3.5-5.6 PZ VR |
Nikon AF-S 28mm F1.8 G |
Lens Type | Wide Angle Lens | |
Zoom or Prime | Zoom lens | Prime lens (no zoom) |
Mount and Compatibility |
Nikon Z DX 12-28mm F3.5-5.6 PZ VR |
Nikon AF-S 28mm F1.8 G |
Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon F |
Designed for APS-C sensor | Yes | No (Suitable for all sensors) |
Focus |
Nikon Z DX 12-28mm F3.5-5.6 PZ VR |
Nikon AF-S 28mm F1.8 G |
Autofocus (AF) | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes | Yes |
Motor Type | Stepper motor | No information |
Focus Method | No information | No information |
Closest Focusing Distance | 19 cm | 25 cm |
Maximum Magnification | 0,21 | |
Aperture |
Nikon Z DX 12-28mm F3.5-5.6 PZ VR |
Nikon AF-S 28mm F1.8 G |
Maximum Aperture |
F3,5-5,6
This lens has a variable aperture at different focal lengths. F3,5 at 12 mm F5,6 at 28 mm Variable Aperture |
F1,8 |
Diaphragm Blades | 7 | No information |
Optics |
Nikon Z DX 12-28mm F3.5-5.6 PZ VR |
Nikon AF-S 28mm F1.8 G |
Construction | 12 elements / 11 groups | 11 elements / 9 groups |
Special Elements/Coatings | No information | No information |
Focal Length |
Nikon Z DX 12-28mm F3.5-5.6 PZ VR |
Nikon AF-S 28mm F1.8 G |
Focal Length | 12-28 mm | 28 mm |
Zoom Range | 16 mm | None (Prime lens) No Zoom available. |
Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
Image Stabilization |
Yes
VR |
No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 4 stops | N/A |
Physical |
Nikon Z DX 12-28mm F3.5-5.6 PZ VR |
Nikon AF-S 28mm F1.8 G |
Weather Sealing | Yes | Yes |
Diameter | 72 mm | 73 mm |
Length | 64 mm | 80 mm |
Weight | 205 gr | 330 gr |
Other |
Nikon Z DX 12-28mm F3.5-5.6 PZ VR |
Nikon AF-S 28mm F1.8 G |
Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
Filter Diameter | 67 mm | 67 mm |
Lens Hood | Included | Included |
Lens Hood SKU | HB-112 | HB-64 |
Tripod Collar | N/A | N/A |
Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |